Tantra Tantra Chakra System 3

Question 1

Which deity pair is traditionally associated with the Muladhara chakra?

Accepted Answer

Brahma and Dakini

Answer

Brahma (creator) and the shakti Dakini reside in Muladhara, representing the creative potential at the foundation of the energy system.

Question 2

What is the element and geometric shape associated with Muladhara chakra?

Accepted Answer

Earth element and a yellow square

Answer

Muladhara corresponds to the earth element symbolized by a yellow square (prithvi yantra), representing stability and groundedness.

Question 3

What does the term 'granthis' refer to in Tantric chakra anatomy?

Accepted Answer

Psychic knots that block kundalini's ascent and must be pierced during awakening

Answer

The three granthis (Brahma, Vishnu, Rudra) are energetic knots at the lower, middle, and upper spine that act as valves blocking premature kundalini progression.

Question 4

Which chakra is called 'the jewel city' and is associated with the ram as its animal symbol?

Accepted Answer

Manipura (solar plexus chakra)

Answer

Manipura means 'city of jewels' and its animal is the ram, symbolizing fiery willpower and the drive to assert oneself in the world.

Question 5

In Tantric teaching, what are 'kshetrams' in relation to chakras?

Accepted Answer

The front-body trigger points that correspond to each chakra's location

Answer

Kshetrams are the front-body activation points associated with each chakra, used in practices such as yoga nidra's rotation of consciousness.

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